Fundraising Officer

The Fundraising Officer will work to create, develop, and nurture community relationships to maximize income. They will be responsible for the full cycle of maximizing donation income from research, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.

Requirements

• Be an ambassador at events, supporting the delivery of READ Foundations vision and ensuring that the charity’s profile and reputation are upheld
• Maintain and develop relationships with HNW /potential / existing donors to maximise donations
• Champion philanthropic engagement and activities to ensure that organisationally we are maximising opportunities to achieve the greatest return
• Hold regular fundraising events and dinners and manage and develop volunteers
• Hold regular meetings with the National Fundraising Manager UK to evaluate the progress and success of targets & objectives set

Benefits

• Role specific training, development and growth opportunities
• Health insurance cash plan (including 24/7 access to GP services, discounted gym membership & counselling service) (after probationary period)
• Eye care contribution
• Hybrid working options available (some days working remotely can be discussed at time of interview)
• Occupational Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme (after probationary period)
• Car salary sacrifice scheme (after probationary period)
• 32 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays and company-wide holidays)
• Paid time off for bereavement, sick days and medical appointments
• Awards for employee of the year
• Annual years of service rewards
• Access to Bright Exchange discounts
• Annual away days/retreats involving training, teambuilding, outdoor and social activities.
• Free parking in a central location
• Access to prayer facilities
• Free tea, coffee & snacks